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Washington: Authorities identified Cole Thomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, as the suspect who opened fire near the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 26, wounding a Secret Service officer and prompting a large security response. Officials reported the suspect's academic and employment background and cited statements from acquaintances during the initial investigation.

The suspect is a California Institute of Technology alumnus with a 2017 mechanical engineering degree and a 2025 master's in computer science; employer posts noted a December 2024 'teacher of the month' recognition. Investigators secured the scene on April 26, are reviewing digital and institutional records, and have not released a motive as the criminal inquiry continues this week.

Washington. At the Washington Hilton on Saturday night a man attempted to breach security and fired multiple shots during the White House Correspondents' Dinner, prompting the evacuation of President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump, and administration members; Rep. Jamie Raskin appeared on CNN the following morning and responded equivocally when asked about partisan rhetoric.

Sunday coverage highlighted law enforcement securing the scene and subsequent identification of the suspect; conservative outlets emphasized Raskin's exchange with Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, raising immediate debate over political rhetoric and security procedures, and officials said investigations and security reviews continued that day.

RUNAWAY BAY, Texas. An EF-2 tornado struck Runaway Bay on Saturday evening during a severe thunderstorm, producing peak winds measured at 135 mph and causing major structural damage; an additional EF-1 tornado was confirmed in Parker County. Emergency responders worked Saturday night and into Sunday to reach damaged homes and treat the injured.

On Sunday, National Weather Service survey teams confirmed tornado ratings and continued damage assessments while local officials reported fatalities, injuries, and dozens of displaced families; Wise County Judge J.D. Clark issued a local disaster declaration and requested state assistance. Crews continue debris clearance, power restoration, and coordinated relief efforts as officials compile casualty and damage reports.

Washington — Saturday night, a 31-year-old man opened fire near the Washington Hilton, where the White House Correspondents' Association dinner was taking place, after sending writings to family members minutes earlier that referenced President Donald Trump and administration policies; law enforcement said those writings and related social media posts are being treated as potential evidence of a politically motivated attack.

Officers subdued the suspect before he reached the ballroom and recovered a shotgun, a handgun and multiple knives; authorities identified the suspect in some reports as Cole Tomas Allen and this week interviewed family members, reviewed surveillance footage and social media, and said federal and local investigators will continue examining the manifesto and other materials as the probe proceeds.

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles selected North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton with the 178th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Saturday and completed five total selections while executing several mid-round trades during the weekend. General manager Howie Roseman also confirmed earlier transactions that sent picks to Minnesota and Dallas and added receiver Makai Lemon.

The selection adds a dual-threat quarterback behind starter Jalen Hurts, backup Tanner McKee and veteran Andy Dalton, creating additional developmental depth and competition in the quarterback room. Teams and officials described the picks as board-driven; Roseman cited draft positioning in post-draft remarks Tuesday, and coaches outlined plans to evaluate Payton and other late-round prospects in offseason programs.

Dallas reported severe storms late Saturday into early Sunday as a system produced large hail, damaging winds and possible tornadoes across North Texas; local officials and meteorologists warned of additional storm rounds ahead. Monday night into Tuesday morning was identified as an elevated risk period for several Midwestern and Southern communities.

National Weather Service teams planned surveys Sunday morning to assess reported damage, while tornado watches and First Alert Weather Day designations were issued for counties through the night. Emergency managers, utility crews, and meteorologists prepared for potential outages and damage, and forecasts indicated another round of storms late Tuesday into Wednesday.

Boston: On March 18, 1990, thieves stole 13 artworks from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, in what remains the largest art theft, with the pieces now valued at more than $500 million. This week a former FBI agent, Geoff Kelly, published a book detailing investigative conclusions and publicly identifying men he believes were involved.

Investigators noted in 2013 that the FBI believed it knew who was responsible; Kelly's account traces how the artworks moved through criminal networks, alleges violence that led to deaths of suspects and witnesses, and revisits long-standing theories. The museum continues to display empty frames while authorities and scholars consider whether new leads or legal actions may follow.

Minneapolis — The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Denver Nuggets 112-96 in Game 4 on Sunday, April 26, 2026, as reserve guard Ayo Dosunmu scored a career-high 43 points and Jaden McDaniels converted a late uncontested layup with 2.1 seconds remaining. Nikola Jokic confronted McDaniels after the play, prompting a shove and a brief on-court altercation.

The win gave Minnesota a 3-1 series lead and the opportunity to close the first-round series in Game 5 on Tuesday in Denver. Anthony Edwards left in the second quarter after landing awkwardly and was later diagnosed with a left-knee bone bruise and hyperextension that will sideline him for several weeks, per ESPN; Donte DiVincenzo also exited, and Jokic and Julius Randle were ejected.

Washington, United States. A man identified as Cole Tomas Allen opened fire near the White House Correspondents' Dinner outside the Washington Hilton on Saturday, April 26, 2026, prompting an immediate evacuation and the suspect's arrest at the scene; President Donald Trump and other senior officials were present and escorted away.

The evacuation moved attendees including First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio; video circulated this week showed Secret Service agents pulling officials off stage and assisting them from the venue. Law enforcement recovered firearms and knives, detained the 31-year-old Torrance resident, and opened an investigation into motive and security procedures.

Washington: Federal agents identified and arrested 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen near the Washington Hilton on Saturday night after he fired multiple rounds outside the ballroom hosting the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Secret Service and hotel security intercepted the suspect meters from the ballroom; the gunfire occurred as dinner was served and guests, including President Donald Trump, were evacuated.

Authorities said the suspect was taken into custody and one Secret Service officer was struck in a bullet-resistant vest but is expected to recover; no other injuries were reported. On April 26, world leaders issued condemnations of political violence, prosecutors scheduled a federal court appearance on April 27, and investigators continued examining motive and online profiles linked to the suspect.